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Trump’s Tariffs: Four Things Small Businesses Can Do Now To Survive
New tariffs on imported goods could have a negative impact on small businesses. If your business relies on foreign-made products and parts, here are some ways to mitigate the potential effects
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How Consolidations are Affecting the Food & Beverage Industry
An interview with Michael Bromfield, SVP & Market Executive, First Midwest BankSource: First Midwest BankIn late 2019, Performance Food Group completed its $2 billion acquisition of Reinhart Foodservice, consolidating the largest foodservice distributors in the U. S. to five. Most recently, PFG announced its intention
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3 Ways You Could Be Leaving Some of Your Social Security Benefits on the Table
Three common mistakes that could shrink your Social Security checks and how to avoid them in retirement.
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4 Things Budgeting All-Stars Do
Following a budget may not seem like the most fun way to live. But actually, sticking to a budget can, to some extent, buy you financial freedom. If you're able to manage your money so that you're not forced to borrow in a pinch, you won't be shackled by debt payments like so many other Americans. If you're new to budg
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Financial Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Business
You may be gearing up to reopen your small business amidst the uncertain times COVID-19 produced. Nonetheless, as things return to a “new normal,” it’s a great time to take a moment or two to organize your business finances and ensure you’ll stay efficient after reopening. From combing through your budget, to reevaluat
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Retirement Planning for the Self-Employed: 5 Options for Lowering Taxes and Maximizing Saving
Choosing the right retirement plan can be confusing and overwhelming. Multiple options are available, which is a good thing, but understanding their attributes and intricacies takes time. Additionally, there are frequent updates and changes made by the IRS, such as the CARES Act in 2020 and SECURE Act in 2019, that cha
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How Personal Finances and Lifestyle Are Intertwined
Your lifestyle is about more than what you do for fun and where you live. Lifestyle, in a nutshell, is how you spend your time and the environment
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Why Women Need To Talk About Money Openly And Often
If you want to build your financial confidence, you need to break the silence around talking about money and make regular and unapologetic conversations around the subject.
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How Small Businesses Balance Their Staff With Freelancers
Now, small businesses balance their staff with freelancers. A recent study done by UpWork.com and the Freelancers Union found that around 57 million Americans were working as freelancers as of 2019. This makes up about 36 percent of the U. S. workforce and amounts to $1.4 trillion in earnings. The term “gig economy” ha
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There will be one economy for the vaccinated and another for everyone else
The Delta surge has sparked fears of repeating 2020, but it's unlikely we'll experience last year's economy. Not enough people are vaxxed to stop Delta, but enough are to help keep the economy running. The economy has also learned how to adapt to the pandemic, but you'll need a shot to participate. See more stories on